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McKesson

Sr. Operations Manager

Columbus, OH · On-site

Manage labor planning, workforce utilization, budgets, and operating expenses. * Utilize analytics and operational reporting to make data-driven decisions. * Partner with senior leaders to align ...

McKesson

Sr. Operations Manager

Columbus, OH · On-site

Manage labor planning, workforce utilization, budgets, and operating expenses. * Utilize analytics and operational reporting to make data-driven decisions. * Partner with senior leaders to align ...

MCKESSON Careers

Sr. Operations Manager

Columbus, OH · On-site

Manage labor planning, workforce utilization, budgets, and operating expenses. * Utilize analytics and operational reporting to make data-driven decisions. * Partner with senior leaders to align ...

MCKESSON

Sr. Operations Manager

Columbus, OH · On-site

Manage labor planning, workforce utilization, budgets, and operating expenses. * Utilize analytics and operational reporting to make data-driven decisions. * Partner with senior leaders to align ...

SIERTEK

Senior Operations Specialist*

Dayton, OH · On-site

SierTeK Ltd. is seeking a Senior Operations Specialist to support an opportunity at WPAFB, OH ... Experience in organizational management, executive coordination, resource planning, and program ...

SIERTEK LTD

Senior Operations Specialist*

Dayton, OH · On-site

SierTeK Ltd. is seeking a Senior Operations Specialist to support an opportunity at WPAFB, OH ... Experience in organizational management, executive coordination, resource planning, and program ...

Teledyne

Senior Operations Manager

Miamisburg, OH

The Senior Operations Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing end-to-end manufacturing ... Develop and execute capacity planning, staffing plans, and capital investment strategies. * Support ...

Carvana

Senior Operations Manager - Heath

Heath, OH · On-site

Oversee multiple reconditioning lines within the Inspection & Reconditioning Center (IC), planning ... Conduct weekly site performance reviews with Senior Reconditioning leadership, reporting on ...

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What does a senior operations planner do?

A Senior Operations Planner is responsible for developing, managing, and optimizing operational plans to support an organization's strategic objectives. They analyze workflows, forecast resource needs, coordinate across different departments, and ensure that projects and operations run smoothly and efficiently. Their role often involves data analysis, process improvement, and communication with both leadership and operational teams. Senior Operations Planners play a key role in increasing efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring that organizational goals are met.

How does a senior operations planner typically collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success?

Senior Operations Planners often work closely with departments such as logistics, production, procurement, and finance to align operational strategies with business goals. They facilitate regular meetings, share data-driven insights, and coordinate schedules to resolve potential conflicts and bottlenecks. Effective communication and negotiation skills are crucial, as the role requires balancing competing priorities and ensuring all stakeholders are informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior operations planner, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Operations Planner, you need a strong background in operations management, analytical thinking, and project planning, typically supported by a relevant bachelor's degree and extensive experience in logistics or supply chain. Familiarity with advanced planning systems (APS), enterprise resource planning (ERP) software like SAP, and certifications such as APICS CPIM are often required. Outstanding problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills set top performers apart in this role. These capabilities are crucial for optimizing operational efficiency, ensuring resource alignment, and driving successful execution of organizational strategies.

What is the difference between Senior Operations Planner vs Operations Coordinator?

AspectSenior Operations PlannerOperations Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field; experience in planning rolesAssociate's or bachelor's degree; some experience in operations or administrative roles
Work EnvironmentStrategic planning, data analysis, cross-department collaborationDay-to-day operations support, scheduling, communication tasks
Employer & Industry UsageLogistics, manufacturing, supply chain companiesRetail, healthcare, manufacturing, service industries
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding senior planning roles, career progressionOperational support, entry to mid-level roles

The Senior Operations Planner focuses on strategic planning, data analysis, and long-term logistics solutions, often requiring more experience and specialized credentials. In contrast, an Operations Coordinator handles daily operational tasks, scheduling, and communication support. Both roles are essential in supply chain and operations environments but differ in scope, responsibilities, and seniority.

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Senior Operations Planner jobs?

Cities in Ohio with the most Senior Operations Planner job openings:

Infographic showing various Senior Operations Planner job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Sr. Operations Manager

Columbus, OH • On-site

McKesson Corporation
Health Care and Social Assistance • 10K+ employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

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Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.
McKesson is seeking a Senior Operations Manager to lead multiple operational teams within a high-volume distribution center. This leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, workforce performance, safety, quality, and continuous improvement across distribution and warehouse operations.
The Senior Operations Manager partners with site leadership and cross-functional teams to develop operational strategies, optimize productivity, and deliver outstanding customer service. This role leads through managers and supervisors and plays a critical role in building a high-performing, engaged workforce while ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost-effective operations.
Shift Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6 am - 4 pm - Flexibility Required
What You'll Do
Operational Leadership
  • Lead distribution center operations to achieve safety, quality, productivity, service, and cost objectives.
  • Establish operational priorities and performance expectations aligned to business goals.
  • Monitor and drive key performance indicators (KPIs) including service levels, productivity, quality, inventory accuracy, and safety performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional partners to optimize workflow, throughput, and operational efficiency.

People Leadership & Talent Development
  • Lead and develop supervisors, managers, and frontline leadership teams.
  • Drive employee engagement, performance management, coaching, and succession planning efforts.
  • Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performance culture.
  • Develop leadership capabilities and promote accountability across operational teams.

Continuous Improvement
  • Identify operational challenges, analyze root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.
  • Lead Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and service performance.
  • Drive change management initiatives supporting operational transformation and growth.
  • Ensure standard operating procedures (SOPs) are consistently executed across all functional areas.

Safety, Quality & Compliance
  • Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain operational controls, inventory integrity, and audit readiness.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, FDA, and company quality standards.
  • Promote continuous improvement in workplace safety and quality performance.

Financial & Business Management
  • Manage labor planning, workforce utilization, budgets, and operating expenses.
  • Utilize analytics and operational reporting to make data-driven decisions.
  • Partner with senior leaders to align operational execution with organizational strategy.
Basic Requirements
  • Degree or equivalent experience and typically requires 9+ years of professional experience and 4+ years of management experience.
  • Experience leading operations within a distribution center, warehouse, manufacturing, logistics, or production environment.
  • Experience leading multiple teams through supervisors and/or managers.
  • Experience managing operational performance through KPIs and business metrics.
  • Experience managing budgets, labor planning, and operating expenses.
  • Demonstrated experience leading process improvement, operational excellence, or change management initiatives.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to leverage data to drive business decisions.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and warehouse management systems (WMS).
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills/Experience
  • Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence certification.
  • Experience in healthcare distribution, pharmaceutical distribution, or regulated environments.
  • Knowledge of OSHA, FDA, and other regulatory requirements.
  • Experience with ERP systems such as JDE, SAP, or Oracle.
  • Experience leading large-scale operational transformation initiatives.
  • Advanced workforce planning and inventory management expertise.

Travel, Work Environment & Physical Requirements
  • Primary work location: Columbus, Ohio distribution center.
  • Travel less than 5%.
  • Requires frequent presence in an active warehouse/distribution environment.
  • Ability to navigate warehouse operations, including walking extended distances and standing for prolonged periods.
  • May occasionally lift or move materials consistent with operational leadership responsibilities.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$85,500 - $142,500
McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson's (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson's full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.
McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.
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